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Telemetry Registered Nurse
Alexandria, Louisiana
CHRISTUS Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital

$1,915-2,340/week

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Registered Nurse (Telemetry) - Travel Position

Location

Alexandria, Louisiana

Job Type

Travel assignment
Full-time
Shift: Days, 7 AM to 7 PM
Contract length: 13 weeks

Patient Population

Cardiac and medical-surgical patients including:
- Myocardial Infarction (MI)
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Arrhythmias
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Medical-surgical overflow
Management (not titration) of multiple cardiac drips

Work Environment & Requirements

Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 5:1, occasionally 6:1
Required to float to other units as needed
Weekend requirement: 3 weekends in a 6-week schedule
No on-call duties
Dress code: Ceil Blue scrubs

Responsibilities

Provide routine and complex nursing care independently in a telemetry setting
Utilize nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation
Address psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families
Administer medications and treatments per protocol; monitor for side effects and effectiveness
Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers
Make appropriate assignments and delegate tasks to other care providers

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
Minimum 1 year of telemetry nursing experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Orientation & Competency

New experienced RNs must complete New Nurses Orientation within 30 days of hire
Preceptorship by trained staff with competency validations including MedSurg-specific skills
Newly licensed RNs may participate in residency or specific orientation programs
Annual competency verification required

Additional Information

Temporary to permanent placement possibility

Facility

CHRISTUS Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital

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2 nurses recommend working with CHRISTUS Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital

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Review of CHRISTUS Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital on May 24, 2026

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About Alexandria, LA

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.

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